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Helambu Trek - 9 Days
Trip Facts
- Duration: 9 Days
- Max Altitude: 3650m
Helambu Trek is an easily accessible trekking to the unspoiled region of Langtang. If you are searching for new, splendor natural, well-preserved culture, than Helambu Trek, is the best one. Besides easy trekking, it offers a wide range of Tamang and Sherpa people, their culture and spectacular scenery. The trek extends from north of Taramarang to the upper slope of a famous Gosaikunda Lake to the downward slope of Jugal Himal. Since it is a less traveled trail, Helambu has been able to maintain its cultural uniqueness intact. Helambu valley is very famous for its natural beauty and wonderful climate. One can see the panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, diverse flora, and fauna, along with beautiful monasteries, Stupas, and Prayers wall. The major attraction of this trek is the genial nature of people with their unique tradition and lifestyle.
Highlights of Helumbu Trek
Due to the lower elevations, ranging between 800m and 3600m, offering less climbing as well as warmer temperatures this trek is comparatively easy. This trek starts off in the lush tropical forest, taking you through pristine rhododendron forests to the high views. You can also add on the diversion up through forests to the famous Gosainkunda Lake. Furthermore, you can return by the same route or going over the Lauribina pass and down through Helambu. One can view the most beautiful Himalayan range such a Langtang, Shisapangma, Dorjee Lakpa, Gaurishankar, Khangchhumu and Range of Everest very far away. This trek is preferred by those travelers armature who is seeking to experience high altitude views.
The Helambu trek includes a climb up the lush forests of Shivapuri National Park. Furthermore, the trail passes through scenic rural villages surrounded by fields and regal Buddhist monasteries with the tranquil landscape. We will pass through spectacular villages of Chisapani, Kutumsang, and Sermathang with their stunning panoramic views. The trek ends at the Melamchi Pul Bazar in the Helambu region. One can also get an opportunity to visit the famous Milarepa cave near Tarkeghyang.
Best time to travel
The best season for the Helambu trekking is autumn (mid-Sept to mid-Dec) and spring (March to May). The weather is sunny and warm, with outstanding views but the nights are cold and can fall to freezing. Winter (Dec, Jan, Feb) is also good for trekking in this region.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu - (1,300m/4,264 ft).
Day 2 Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation for the Trek.
Day 3 Drive to Sundarijal & trek to Chisapani (2300m/7544 ft): Drive 1 hour, Trek: 4 hours.
Day 4 Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2446m/8022ft): 7 hours.
Day 5 Trek from Kutumsang to Thadepati (3650m/11972ft): 6 hours.
Day 6 Trek to Tarkeghyang (2560m/8397ft): 6 hours.
Day 7 Trek to Sermathang (2,610m/8,563ft): 3/4 hours.
Day 8 Trek to Malemchi Puul Bazaar: Drive to Kathmandu: 3/4 hours trek/ 2 hours drive.
Day 9 Farewell Friend.
Trip Includes
- All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
- Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
- First aid medicine kit.
- All government and local taxes.
Trip Excludes
- Nepalese visa fee.
- Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
- Personal Travel insurance.
- International airfare.
- Excess baggage charges.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).
Helambu Trek is an easily accessible trekking to the unspoiled region of Langtang. If you are searching for new, splendor natural, well-preserved culture, than Helambu Trek, is the best one. Besides easy trekking, it offers a wide range of Tamang and Sherpa people, their culture and spectacular scenery. The trek extends from north of Taramarang to the upper slope of a famous Gosaikunda Lake to the downward slope of Jugal Himal. Since it is a less traveled trail, Helambu has been able to maintain its cultural uniqueness intact. Helambu valley is very famous for its natural beauty and wonderful climate. One can see the panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, diverse flora, and fauna, along with beautiful monasteries, Stupas, and Prayers wall. The major attraction of this trek is the genial nature of people with their unique tradition and lifestyle.
Highlights of Helumbu Trek
Due to the lower elevations, ranging between 800m and 3600m, offering less climbing as well as warmer temperatures this trek is comparatively easy. This trek starts off in the lush tropical forest, taking you through pristine rhododendron forests to the high views. You can also add on the diversion up through forests to the famous Gosainkunda Lake. Furthermore, you can return by the same route or going over the Lauribina pass and down through Helambu. One can view the most beautiful Himalayan range such a Langtang, Shisapangma, Dorjee Lakpa, Gaurishankar, Khangchhumu and Range of Everest very far away. This trek is preferred by those travelers armature who is seeking to experience high altitude views.
The Helambu trek includes a climb up the lush forests of Shivapuri National Park. Furthermore, the trail passes through scenic rural villages surrounded by fields and regal Buddhist monasteries with the tranquil landscape. We will pass through spectacular villages of Chisapani, Kutumsang, and Sermathang with their stunning panoramic views. The trek ends at the Melamchi Pul Bazar in the Helambu region. One can also get an opportunity to visit the famous Milarepa cave near Tarkeghyang.
Best time to travel
The best season for the Helambu trekking is autumn (mid-Sept to mid-Dec) and spring (March to May). The weather is sunny and warm, with outstanding views but the nights are cold and can fall to freezing. Winter (Dec, Jan, Feb) is also good for trekking in this region.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu - (1,300m/4,264 ft).
Day 2 Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation for the Trek.
Day 3 Drive to Sundarijal & trek to Chisapani (2300m/7544 ft): Drive 1 hour, Trek: 4 hours.
Day 4 Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2446m/8022ft): 7 hours.
Day 5 Trek from Kutumsang to Thadepati (3650m/11972ft): 6 hours.
Day 6 Trek to Tarkeghyang (2560m/8397ft): 6 hours.
Day 7 Trek to Sermathang (2,610m/8,563ft): 3/4 hours.
Day 8 Trek to Malemchi Puul Bazaar: Drive to Kathmandu: 3/4 hours trek/ 2 hours drive.
Day 9 Farewell Friend.
Trip Includes
- All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
- Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
- First aid medicine kit.
- All government and local taxes.
Trip Excludes
- Nepalese visa fee.
- Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
- Personal Travel insurance.
- International airfare.
- Excess baggage charges.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).
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